QUESTION

ANSWER

I see you have Clubmark accreditation – what does this mean

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and the Kent Cricket Board (KCB) have formally recognised Tunbridge Wells Cricket Club as a safe, effective, child-friendly club.
We had to produce a very detailed evidence file containing for example, certificates of Coaching, Child Protection, First Aid, and Criminal Records Bureau checks, to prove that our volunteers are appropriate persons to be working with young people.

Can I see the evidence file

Yes. You will see that it also incorporates the TWCC Youth Cricket Handbook, a complete guide to the way we run Youth Cricket at the Club. Ask the Head of Youth Cricket

At what age can players join the Club

Your son or daughter needs to be 8 years of age or older during the cricket season.

At what age do you stop

The Youth section’s activities tailored for young cricketers continue to age 18. From an earlier age players can start participating in adult practice and matches.

Can anyone join

Yes. All playing activities are for Club members only. There may be restrictions on new memberships when our lists are full as you can understand that we have to maintain the ratio of coaches to players at a safe and effective level
See MEMBERSHIP page.

As a parent, how do I become a member

See MEMBERSHIP page

When is coaching

All youth players can attend adult nets sessions if they wish to (check dates with Captains) although of course this is generally most suitable for those who are 14+l

For ages 8-15: Friday evenings.

When does coaching start

For ages 8-15: Last Friday in April.

When does coaching end

For ages 8-15: Last Friday in August.

How long are the sessions

For ages 8-15: Normally from 6.30 -8.30 (depending on light)

How much does it cost

See MEMBERSHIP PAGE.

Who can I speak to with detailed questions

HEAD OF YOUTH CRICKET, see CONTACT US page

Does my cricketer need special kit

No, when he/she starts, coaching tops and trousers any colour and trainers are fine. In due course cricket white shirts and trousers

Where can I get playing kit

When you become a member you will be able to access the Member’s Area on this website and access the KIT PAGE for Club shirts and caps. You can get playing equipment from Kent Cricket Direct.

If the weather is bad how can I find out if you training is still going ahead

We hold practice if it is safe to do so. Unfortunately there are just too many members to suggest that you can call us. We try to pin a notice on the wooden gate if coaching is cancelled. We may also be able to email the membership.

Can I offer my help

YES, YES, YES!
Even if you only have limited time available we would like to hear from you, contact HEAD OF YOUTH CRICKET, see CONTACT US page

Will my cricketer play in matches

For ages 8-15: Coaching sessions usually end with a match of some sort.
U9s play in mini festivals.
From age U11+ teams play in League matches and are selected on ability.
We do arrange friendly matches against other clubs.

Do you offer winter coaching

Yes. Once you become a member information will be made available

Can you offer one-to-one separate coaching for members

Yes; we can also offer one-to-2, -3, -4. This depends on coach availability. There is a charge for this. Contact the Head of Youth Cricket.

Who are the people running the Youth section

Most of us are parents whose sons/daughters have been, or currently are, in the Youth section.
We are all volunteers; most are qualified ECB (England & Wales Cricket Board) Cricket Coaches.

What happens if my cricketer leaves something behind (again!) after coaching

If found it gets put in the lost property box.
Please mark all clothing and kit.

What happens if my cricketer brings home someone else’s kit or Club property by mistake

Please hand it in to whomever is in charge, on your next visit.
Please check bags regularly, balls regularly and innocently land in members’ kit bags!